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Team Leader - Food Manufacturing (Afternoon Shift)
Location: Redditch
Salary: £26,988 per year + overtime available
Hours: Monday to Friday, 14:30 - 23:30
Contract Type: Permanent
Lead, Motivate, and Deliver in a Fast-Paced Food Production Environment
Are you a hands-on leader with experience in food manufacturing? Do you thrive in chilled environments and enjoy motivating teams to deliver high-quality results?
We're looking for a Team Leader to oversee a production line, drive performance, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency are consistently met.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead and manage a team of production operatives on your line.
Assign daily tasks and provide clear, supportive direction.
Monitor and uphold food safety, GMP, and health & safety standards.
Conduct weekly food safety audits and complete all required documentation accurately.
Troubleshoot basic machine issues and liaise with engineering when needed.
Motivate your team to meet production targets and maintain quality standards.
Communicate delays, shortages, and equipment issues effectively to management.
Support new product launches, trials, and process improvements.
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in food manufacturing or production leadership (chilled environment preferred).
Comfortable working in temperatures between 4?C and 8?C.
Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking) to complete documentation accurately.
Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Positive, proactive, and adaptable attitude.
Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced role.
Important Site Rules
PPE must be worn at all times (wellingtons, hair net, beard snood).
No jewellery, fake nails, fake eyelashes, heavy makeup, or visible piercings allowed on site.
Performance Goals
GMP score > 85%
Plan attainment > 95%
Accurate completion of all paperwork and CCP checks
Minimise waste and product giveaway
Training & Development Provided
Food Safety Level 2
GMP, Allergen & Brand Integrity Controls
Organic Controls, Traceability & Record Keeping
ASC/MSC Awareness & Fire Safety
Coaching & Mentoring
BEF Leadership & Values
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
Supportive and inclusive team culture
Ongoing training and development
Real opportunity to grow your career in food manufacturing
Apply Today
If you're ready to lead with confidence and grow within a fast-paced, expanding food business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey!
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